Players like João Silva
CBTondela · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoão Silva's profile ↗
The players most similar to João Silva are Mattia Bani, Konstantinos Mavropanos, Tiago Gabriel. Doppel rates Mattia Bani (Palermo) a 86/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Maximilian Großer scores 86/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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João Silva is a robust, defensive centre-back known for his exceptional ability to clear danger, ranking in the top 13% for clearances per game. With a Sofascore rating in the top 48% of his positional peers, he showcases reliability and durability, having missed only three games in three seasons. While his involvement in build-up play is limited, his finishing ability adds a surprising threat from set-pieces, making him a valuable asset in both defensive solidity and goal-scoring opportunities.
Strengths: Clearances, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to João Silva
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mattia Banisimilar↗ | Palermo | 33 | €1.3m | 93 | 86 |
| 2 | Konstantinos Mavropanossimilar↗ | West Ham United | 29 | €20m | 92 | 82 |
| 3 | Tiago Gabrielsimilar↗ | Lecce | 22 | €15m | 91 | 85 |
| 4 | David Robert Batessimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 30 | €1.9m | 91 | 82 |
| 5 | Gustavo Martinssimilar↗ | Grêmio | 24 | €4.1m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Jannis Heuersimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 27 | €900k | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | Danilho Doekhisimilar↗ | Lazio | 28 | €14m | 91 | 84 |
| 8 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 90 | 86 |
| 9 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Wagane Fayesimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 33 | €400k | 90 | 82 |
| 11 | Maximilian Bauersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 26 | €1.5m | 89 | 85 |
| 12 | Filippo Delli Carrisimilar↗ | Monza | 27 | €1.4m | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match João Silva
≈ 100% João Silva · strong: Sofascore rating, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% João Silva · strong: Clearances, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% João Silva · strong: Duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to João Silva?
Statistically, Mattia Bani (Palermo) is the closest look-alike to João Silva — a 86/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for João Silva?
By Doppel's fit score, Mattia Bani (Palermo) is the closest profile to João Silva, with a 86/100 overall match. Konstantinos Mavropanos and Tiago Gabriel are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to João Silva?
Yes. Maximilian Großer (Arminia Bielefeld) plays a similar centre back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to João Silva?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from João Silva's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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